May 1, 1982 through March 9, 1995
Ginger, whose full name was Ginger Fluff XII, was the only friend of a lonely little girl (me) for many years. In fact, she was more than just that -- she was like my furry little sister. I got her after much begging and pleading when I was 11 years old. We had many wonderful adventures growing up together. She loved camping and would tremble with excitement as soon as we pulled in to register. She was always eager to meet new people or other animals. Her fur was the same color as my hair, so we always got a lot of attention everywhere we went.
I really can't begin to put in writing all the wonderful memories she left me with... opening presents together at Christmas... walking around the campground side by side... playing on the beach at Lake Michigan... the way she would always be watching from the front picture window when I got off the school bus in the afternoon... etc. etc.
I used to sing the song "Earth Angel" to her and it sort of became her theme song. It was fitting, as she really was an angel here on earth. She is sadly missed and always remembered for being the rolly polly little ball of red fur that came into my life when I needed her most and changed it forever. Her spirit lives on and I hope and pray that someday we will be together again.